Gambia: No Leniency for Reckless Drivers - High Court Affirms Jail Terms

The High Court in Banjul, presided over by Justice Ebrima Jaiteh, has dismissed the appeals of three motorists convicted of dangerous driving offences, affirming the sentences… Read more »

Gambia: Gambia Launches D110m Rice, Millet Project to Boost Food Security

The Government of The Gambia, in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the People's Republic of China, has officially launched a major agricultural… Read more »

Gambia: Diplomatic Milestone of 2025 Paves Way for China's Expanding Global Role - Foreign Minister

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has underscored the pivotal role of head-of-state diplomacy in strengthening the country's global standing, as he addressed domestic and… Read more »

Gambia: Balla Kandeh Says Police Forced Him to Give Statements Despite Being Sick

Balla Kandeh, Programme Manager, National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP), who is the 1st accused in the corruption trial of the Ministry of Health at the Special Criminal… Read more »

Gambia: Govt Records D1.68bn Surplus As Revenue Outperforms Budget Target

The government recorded a budget surplus of D1.68 billion dalasis at the end of the 2025 fiscal year after revenue collection exceeded the annual target, according to a statement… Read more »

Gambia: Finance Minister Pressed On Soaring Wage Bill, Growing Debt

Members of the National Assembly raised questions over the government's rising wage bill, mounting debt servicing costs and declining non-tax revenue during a question-and-answer… Read more »

Gambia: Peter Obi to Arrive in Banjul Today for Refela's Landmark Women's Conference

Banjul is poised to take centre stage on the global map as Peter Obi, former Nigerian presidential candidate, and former governor of Anambra State arrives to join distinguished… Read more »

Gambia/Senegal: All Eyes Set On Senegal, Gambia Int'l Friendly

All eyes are set on Senegal and The Gambia international friendly match. Read more »

Gambia: Ministry Admits Lack of Data As Questions Mount On Food Supply, Prices

The Ministry of Trade, Industry, Regional Integration and Employment has admitted it does not yet have comprehensive data on domestic consumption of essential food items, raising… Read more »

Senegal: Sonko Sets Stage for Showdown With Diomaye, Signals Pastef Ready to Return to Opposition

Ousmane Sonko on Sunday sharply escalated political tensions within Senegal's ruling camp, openly preparing his militants for a possible confrontation with President Bassirou… Read more »

Gambia: Minister's Withdrawal of Controversial Security Vetting Bill Sparks Parliamentary Uproar

In a move that has raised eyebrows, the Minister for Justice, Dawda A. Jallow, on Monday withdrew the highly debated security vetting bill, a key component of the government's… Read more »

Senegal: Gambia Stands At Crossroads As Senegal Battles Whirling HIV Issue

The border between The Gambia and Senegal is one of the most fluid in West Africa. Families live on both sides. Traders cross daily. Students commute. Religious leaders preach… Read more »

Gambia: Opposition Parties Enter 'Harmony Pact' Ahead of December Presidential Polls

The general public is hereby informed that, opposition political parties and movements engaged in the ongoing APeX-convened coalition-building negotiations, on this 3rd day of… Read more »

Gambia: Youth Set to Address Socio-Economic Challenges in Gambia

Gambian youth are working hard to address their socio-economic challenges, including high unemployment, irregular migration, and political accountability. Read more »

Gambia: URR FA Reinstates Suspended Clubs Into 3rd Division After High Court Resolution

Upper River Regional Football Association (URRFA) has reinstated suspended clubs Kuteh Jumbulu FC, Niomuya United FC, Brifu FC and Tabading FC into the Upper River Regional Third… Read more »

Gambia: BSC Inks D2m Contract With Mannasi for Construction of 2nd Pavilion At Bakau Mini Stadium

Bakau Sports Committee (BSC) on Friday 27th February 2026 signed a contract with Mannasi Architect and Construction Limited worth Two million Six hundred and fifty thousand Dalasis… Read more »

Gambia: 1st Tier - GPA Finish Top-Spot in 1st Round Despite Sharing Spoils With TMT

The Gambia Ports Authority have finished top-spot in the first round of the 2025\2026 Vista Bank-Baluwo sponsored Gambia Football Federation (GFF) Division One League despite… Read more »

Gambia: Former Assembly Clerk Appointed New NCCE Chairman

The former clerk of the National Assembly, Mr. Momodou A. Sise, has been appointed as the new chairman of National Council for Civic Education (NCCE), effective 1st March 2026. Read more »

Gambia: Bilal of Banjul Organises 2nd Takusani Qu'ranic Recitation to Promote Learning

Imam Ratib Alh. Cherno Alieu Mass Kah and Alh. Bai Sainey Secka, the Bilal of Banjul have organised the second edition of Takusani Al-Qu'ran recitation, a great initiative to… Read more »

Gambia: Pura Investigates Alleged Contaminated Fuel At Petroleum Depot

The Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) wishes to inform the public that it has received complaints from certain Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) concerning the quality of… Read more »

Gambia: Communication Bill 2025 Ignites Security, Privacy Concern in Parliament

The Honourable Minister for Communications and Digital Economy, Mr Lamin Jabbie, has moved a motion for the second reading of the Communication Bill 2025, a piece of legislation… Read more »

Gambia: Govt Expresses Concern Over Tension in Middle East

The Government of the Republic of The Gambia notes with concern the recent escalation of tensions in the Middle East. Read more »

Gambia: Presidential Aspirant Petitions Barrow, Darboe, Asks IEC to Act

A constitutional activist and aspiring presidential candidate, Lamin Jammeh, has filed a sweeping petition, calling for the possible removal of President Adama Barrow and… Read more »

Gambia: Judge Warns Against Delay As State Fails to File Adoption for PIU Shooting Trial Judgement

The High Court was on Friday confronted with an unexpected procedural setback after the Director of Public Prosecutions failed to file the State's written brief on a date… Read more »

Gambia: Contaminated Fuel Allegations Rock Gambia's Main Depot As OMCs Return Tankers

At least three Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have confirmed returning tankers of contaminated fuel to the Mandinari Fuel Depot, sparking growing concern within The Gambia's… Read more »